Congestion Management

​​Congestion
ToolboxThe Congestion
Toolbox is a comprehensive collection of tools that can be used to measure,
manage, reduce, and alleviate congestion. These tools include access management,
corridor planning, managed lanes, ramp metering, roundabouts, traffic signal
coordination, land-use planning and many others.

Access
ManagementAccess Management is the careful planning of the location,
design, and operation of driveways, median openings, interchanges, and street
connections. The purpose of access management is to provide access to land
development in a manner that preserves the safety and efficiency of the
transportation system.

RoundaboutsRoundabouts are
one type of intersection that may be used to improve safety, reduce congestion,
calm traffic and improve aesthetics.